On April 23, 2025, British Columbia (BC) announced updates to its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP):
The Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (ELSS) stream is officially closed. The last invitations for this stream were issued on December 10, 2024. ELSS will soon be removed from the registration system and Program Guide. Individuals who were planning to apply under the ELSS stream may wish to explore alternative pathways to immigrate to BC.
The BC PNP will not be launching new student streams. Completion of studies in BC/Canada will continue to receive additional registration points under the BC PNP.
The final draw for BC PNP priority technology occupations occurred on December 3, 2024. The BC PNP will continue to issue targeted invitations for individuals creating high economic impact in BC to capture top talent across all sectors, including technology. All occupations on the previous technology occupations list remain eligible for the BC PNP.
The list of priority occupations related to healthcare and construction has been updated, and the program will be expanding the list of ineligible occupations and employers to focus nominations on priorities and strengthen program integrity.
More details about these changes will be included in an updated BC PNP Skills Immigration Program Guide which will be posted on the BC PNP Documents page in the near future.
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